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can I have some passing drills?

Rats and Rabbits

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1 ball per player. Players should perform fast footwork drills - either with the inside of the foot to inside of foot or toe tapping on top of the ball. When the coach shouts out "Rats!", the players at the top of the diagram must attempt to chase the other players. The object of the game is for the player in pursuit to tag his opposing partner on the back of the shoulders before he reaches the end line. Players return to the middle discs after each attempt. Repeat and rotate directions. The team in pursuit attempts to strike their ball to hit the opposing player on or below the knee.

Rats and Rabbits

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Hayden Other, England

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Cam HughesCoach, England

Hi Hayden,

Here are some effective passing drills from Sportplan Football:

1. Passing Triangle: Three players pass in a triangle, focusing on quick, accurate passes and movement off the ball.

2. Box Passing: In a 10x10m square, 3 attackers pass under pressure from 1 defender, improving decision-making and ball retention.

3. Long Passing Accuracy: Pairs pass through cones set 20-30m apart, developing power, precision, and control.

4. Pass and Move: Players in a grid pass while constantly moving, enhancing awareness and timing.

5. Overlapping Runs: Players pass and perform overlapping runs, improving teamwork and timing.

Focus on communication, technique, and using both feet.

I hope this helps,

Cam

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